Shift to modern methods of construction (MMC) is "the only way" that the UK will deliver the volume of new housing it needs while remaining aligned to its climate targets
Graham Robinson, Global Business Consultant, Pinset Masons law firm writes about MMC and the UK Government’s approach. Graham Robinson, Global Business Consultant, Pinset Mason. Graham Robinson of Pinsent Masons was commenting after a senior industry figure told UK law makers... READ MORE
“Modern methods of construction – what’s gone wrong?”: Collapse of Ilke Homes and L&G modular builders triggers UK Government inquiry grappling with industry’s future.
Following the collapse of UK modular builders Ilke Homes and Legal & General Modular Homes this year, the UK’s House of Lords' built environment committee posed the question: “Modern methods of construction – what’s gone wrong?” Carl Leaver, CEO, TopHat.... READ MORE
Next generation bricklaying Hadrian X robot completes first outdoor test build.
The Australian-developed Hadrian X bricklaying robot can now construct walls equivalent to a quarter of a tennis court in a single hour. The robot, designed by Fastbrick Robotics, now known as FBR, utilises a 32-metre boom arm and has the... READ MORE
VOLO Modular delivers 27 modular homes as part of the Queensland Government’s $5 billion strategy to social and affordable housing.
The Palaszczuk Government in Queensland, addressing the ongoing housing challenges, has committed to developing modern methods of construction (MMC) as part of a broader strategy to meet the rising demand for social and affordable housing. (main pic: VOLO Modular’s Rick... READ MORE
Modular housing manufacturing is set to benefit with Porsche Consulting and ABB Robotics launching drive for ‘higher quality, affordable housing’.
Porsche Consulting, a German-based global management consulting firm, has partnered with ABB Robotics to develop “higher quality, affordable housing’ for modular housing manufacturing. (main pic: Porsche Consulting and ABB Robotics modular housing solutions.) The collaboration between ABB Robotics and Porsche... READ MORE
Rothoblaas’ International design competition aims to encourage construction industry's adoption of mass timber technology.
Italian multinational Rothoblaas, a developer and provider of high technology solutions for the wood sector, has announced the second iteration of their competition called “Building the impossible” Registrations close on 30/08/2024. The competition aims to promote the construction industry's adoption... READ MORE
Strategic move into Sweden by modular builder Pineca Group forms part of global expansion.
Lithuanian modular builder, Pineca Group, is broadening its footprint in Europe with its new online store in Sweden. This recent venture is the company's third European expansion within the past year, hot on the heels of their foray into the... READ MORE
Modular homes feature in Mirvac’s $1 billion ‘land lease’ deal to supply affordable housing targeting the retirement market.
Soon to be realised in Australia, the business model is imported from the U.S., where the arrangement exists in which people own their homes but rent the underlying land. Often seen in trailer parks and some condominium developments, homeowners pay... READ MORE
Granny flats a viable solution to help address Australia’s chronic housing shortage with offsite construction.
Following last week's national housing crisis discussion, a recent report published covering Australia's three major cities identified more than 650,000 properties that could accommodate granny flats or accessory dwelling units (ADU’s), with significant opportunities for modular home manufacturers to meet... READ MORE
Jaimie Johnston and Bryden Wood's open-source vision for the construction industry at Building 4.0 CRC’s annual conference.
Held in Melbourne, on 11 October, Building 4.0 CRC’s second annual conference was a unique event in the building innovation ecosystem. "Culture of Innovation" showcased international and national guests, with a mix of presentations, roundtable discussions, demonstrations and exhibitions. (main... READ MORE
